IGSTC Industrial Fellowship- PhD Industrial Exposure Fellowship 2026: €1500 Monthly Support
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Quick answer
The IGSTC Industrial Fellowship supports Indian PhD students in science and engineering to gain 3‑6 months of industrial experience in German industries. Selected fellows receive €1500 per month, up to €1000 for round‑trip airfare and visa, and health insurance up to €100 per month. Applications are submitted online through the IGSTC website after the annual call is announced.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Financial Support |
| Ministry / department | Ministry Of Science And Technology |
| Level | Central Government |
| Age | Up to 30 years |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
The Indo‑German Science & Technology Centre (IGSTC) Industrial Fellowship Programme was launched on 14 June 2021 to support young Indian researchers for industrial exposure at German industries and industrial R&D institutions. The programme aims to motivate researchers towards applied research, foster Indo‑German collaboration, enhance interest in applied research through industry exposure, and build capacity via networking with industry.
Benefits
- Fellowship amount: €1500 per month.
- Single round‑trip economy class airfare including visa fees and travel insurance: up to €1000.
- Health insurance: as per actuals, with a maximum limit of €100 per month.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant must be an Indian citizen.
- Maximum age limit is 30 years.
- Must be a PhD student (science/engineering) enrolled in any Indian research institution/university and have completed at least one year of the PhD curriculum.
- Young researchers who have completed one year of their PhD course in Science/Engineering from India are eligible.
- Applicants with high‑quality research projects that combine innovative approaches for new concepts and technological development in a chosen German industrial research setup may be considered.
Who cannot apply
- Applicants holding a PhD degree from a foreign university/institute are not eligible.
- Fellowship cannot be extended beyond the awarded duration.
Documents required
- Passport‑size photograph.
- Consent letter from the host institution in Germany.
- NOC from the head of the parent institution (if affiliated).
- Recommendation letter from the mentor at the parent organization.
- Proof of date of birth (scan copy of passport or Aadhaar card).
- Proof of educational qualifications arranged in reverse chronological order.
- Proof of employment (if any).
- Any other document as required.
How to apply
- 1Check the annual fellowship advertisement on the IGSTC website (www.igstc.org).
- 2Click the online application link provided in the advertisement to access the IGSTC Industrial Fellowship Application Portal.
- 3Fill in the application form and upload all required documents.
- 4Submit the application before the deadline mentioned in the advertisement.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the IGSTC Industrial Fellowship?+
Indian citizen PhD students in science/engineering who have completed at least one year of their PhD and are aged 30 years or below.
What financial support does the fellowship provide?+
€1500 per month, up to €1000 for round‑trip airfare (including visa and travel insurance), and health insurance up to €100 per month.
How to apply for the fellowship?+
Apply online through the IGSTC Industrial Fellowship Application Portal on the IGSTC website after the annual call is announced.
What is the duration of the fellowship?+
The fellowship lasts 3 to 6 months; extensions are not allowed.
Is there an income limit for applicants?+
Not specified.
Can the fellowship be extended beyond the awarded period?+
No, the tenure cannot be extended.
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